Eloquence
The ability to speak or write with fluency and persuasiveness; a skillful, effective use of language to sway an audience.
nounEloquence
The ability to speak or write with fluency and persuasiveness; a skillful, effective use of language to sway an audience.
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Imagine This
Princess Diana wore elegant dresses and also gave powerful and compassionate speeches. She will always be remembered as a 'people' princess.
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Sounds Like
eh-LOH-kwəns
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Looks Like
eloquent (related adjective)
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Remember This
Eloquence is the noun form of eloquent; it denotes the quality of persuasive, fluent speech, not just grammar.
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Other Forms
eloquentadjective
eloquentlyadverb
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Connect With
articulate, persuasive, oratory, rhetoric, fluency
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Note
Common confusion: don't mix up eloquence (noun) with eloquent (adjective) or eloquently (adverb).